For each pavilion at Epcot’s World Showcase, read things to do such as fun photo opportunities and the best of attractions, meet & greets, shopping and food. The Pavilions are ranked in order from best to worst, based on these offerings. What are your top 3 World Showcase pavilions?
Mexico Pavilion
Ride the Gran Fiesta Tour starring the Three Caballeros. For a fun photo opportunity, try on a Sombrero hat in the retail shop, they are large & colorful! Check times for a Meet & Greet with Donald Duck. Dine at San Angel Inn with views of the Gran Fiesta Tour and excellent food & ambiance. This pavilion is also known for its Cocktails, Mexican beer and wine at La Cava del Tequila. Guests 21+ should also consider the Margaritas at La Cantina de San Angel or for a sweet treat, get the Churros.
Norway Pavilion
Guests can ride Frozen Ever After in this pavilion, a very well done attraction based on Disney’s Frozen. After the attraction, shop Frozen merchandise, a variety of Trolls and more. While inside this shop, take a fun photo with the large troll. Also find a meet & greet with Anna & Elsa. At the Norway Pavilion guests can Dine with Disney Princesses at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall. Plus, the School Bread from Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe is a must try.
If you only do one thing at the Japan Pavilion, visit the Mitsukoshi Department Store for a unique souvenir opportunity, named Pick a Pearl. Pay to pick your own oyster, and keep the pearl inside! Also shop Japanese pop culture items such as Hello Kitty and more. Be sure to visit the sit-down restaurant Tappen Edo to watch the Chef prepare food in front of you.
The American Adventure Pavilion
During Festivals guests will find concerts and The Candlelight Processional at the America Gardens Theater, making for nightly entertainment. Find a photo opportunity in front of the water fountain. see the American Adventure. Additionally, the funnel cake is a must try!
For a fun photo opportunity, stand in front of the water fountain, with the Eiffel Tower 1/10th scale replica in the background. Guests can meet & greet with Belle in her classic blue dress. Try the Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich from L’Glaces de Artisan. Also visit Boulangerie Patisserie les Halles for fresh pastries.
This is a beautiful pavilion, with a water fountain for a photo opportunity. Explore the Marketplace in the Medina for an immersive and lovely atmosphere. Meet & greet with Princess Jasmine. Plus, try unique flavors at Restaurant Marrakesh.
For a fun photo opportunity, take photos in the old fashioned Telephone booths. Meet & Greet with Mary Poppins and Alice from Alice in Wonderland. Any guests that are a fan of Fish & Chips needs to try them from Yorkshire County Fish Shop, a Quick Service location.
Meet & Greet with Snow White. Have a lively dinner with entertainment at Biergarten Restaurant. Try the German Pretzel from the Quick Service kiosk for a treat on the go. Visit Karamell-Kuche for Werther’s Original Caramel covered popcorn.
Guests can meet & greet with Mulan. This pavilion is known for its Tea options at Joy of Tea. Consider the Bubble Milk Tea, Dragon Well Tea and more. Cool down with a Mang Green Tea Smoothie. Shop many small trinkets and more at the large retail shop.
Stop for a photo opportunity inspired by Totem masks, also see Totem poles in the pavilion each with their own story. This pavilion is home to a fine dining experience at, Le Cellier Steakhouse.
This pavilion is home to Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria, serving amazing Pizza cooked in wood-burning ovens and more. When in the Italy pavilion, try a Canolli.
Each Pavilion also offers its own entertainment, making each one worth a visit!
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My husband and I and our two daughters have been visiting Disney since there was only the Magic Kingdom, you had to use tickets to go on a ride, and parking was 50 cents! I still read your blog column and get ideas to different places to see and snacks to try. Thank you for helping out the “old timers” as well as the new visitors.